Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Stories

wide shot of Commencement at the Convocation Center as green confetti explodes over the graduating class of 2026
OHIO Commencement

Caps, gowns and confetti: Spring Commencement 2026

May 6, 2026 4 min

Ohio University honored the graduates of the Class of 2026 on May 1 and 2 for all they have accomplished, while also giving them advice as they begin the next steps in their journeys.
Students and alumni take a selfie at the HCOM gala
Heritage College Anniversary

More than 400 gather to celebrate 50 Years of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

May 4, 2026 4 min

More than 400 guests gathered for the 50th anniversary gala of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Hilton Columbus at Easton.
The Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine logo is shown on a white coat, worn by a doctor. The coat also has a pin that says Care Leads Here
Scholarships

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Kettering Health launch scholarship program to strengthen Ohio’s physician workforce

May 4, 2026 2 min

The Heritage College and Kettering Health have launched a scholarship program to reduce financial barriers for medical students, strengthen the physician workforce and improve health outcomes.
A group of faculty in academic regalia sit in a row
Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

April 29, 2026 10 min

OHIO's faculty filled spring semester with research, publishing, travel and awards.
Cutler Hall on College Green.
Student Research

Student Enhancement Awards presented to 26 OHIO students

April 28, 2026 4 min

Ohio University has presented Student Enhancement Awards to 26 students from a wide range of majors.
Boxes of medications
Rural Health Impact

OHIO professor’s nonprofit pharmacy delivers life-saving medications with life-changing savings

April 28, 2026 14 min

Associate Clinical Professor Sarah Adkins, Pharm. D., donates her time and expertise to provide the Southeast Ohio region with essential medications and care through Rising Suns Pharmacy.
Spring 2026
Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

April 14, 2026 5 min

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous Ohio University graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.
A physician examines skeletal models behind her desk. The letters OSTEOPOROSIS are spelled out in wooden blocks in front of her.
Bone density research

Ohio University-led study improves fracture risk detection beyond bone density tests

April 9, 2026 4 min

Millions of older women are at risk of fractures, and standard tests miss many of them. Now, researchers from Ohio University, University of Florida and Indiana University are changing how that risk is detected.

Emeriti Park is shown in the spring
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's March 2026 Newsmakers

April 8, 2026 3 min

John Kopchick, Aiden Payne and Geoff Dabelko were named faculty newsmakers for March 2026.
Cherry blossoms frame a photo of the Convocation Center
Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

April 1, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.
VP Johnson and Dean Gwilym accept a proclamation from Terry Johnson.
Heritage College

Ohio General Assembly honors 50th anniversary of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

March 30, 2026 3 min

The Ohio General Assembly has recognized the 50th anniversary of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine with a formal proclamation and commendation.
HCOM students pose in front of the Capitol in Washington D.C.
Health Advocacy

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine students advocate for health policy during DO Day 2026

March 27, 2026 2 min

Thirteen students from the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine made in-person congressional visits as part of DO Day on Capitol Hill 2026.
Sherri Oliver
Alumni Leaders

Alumni profile: A commitment to public service

March 25, 2026 3 min

For Sherri Oliver, public service is not just a professional sector, it is a lifelong commitment to the people and communities of Southeast Ohio.
Solomon and Simon Weiss holding Match Day signs
Student Success

Heritage College medical students celebrate Match Day success, with 98% placement rate

March 24, 2026 5 min

At the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Match Day brought both anticipation and celebration as students learned where they will continue their training as physicians.
Students hold up an Ohio University sign during a football game.
Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-10

March 24, 2026 2 min

Homecoming Week 2026 will culminate Oct. 10 with OHIO’s annual Homecoming parade, football game against Central Michigan
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